M3 capacity improvement scheme turns into one of National Highways’ most complex

For more than a decade, plans to transform one of southern England’s busiest motorway junctions have evolved from a relatively straightforward capacity improvement to one of National Highways’ most technically and environmentally complex schemes. The post M3 capacity improvement scheme turns into one of National Highways’ most complex appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

Government considering cuts to RIS3 to pay for Defence Investment Plan

The Department for Transport will consult on plans to reduce the third Road Investment Strategy (RIS3), including the possible cancellation of the A38 Derby Junctions and A46 Newark Bypass schemes to help pay for the £15bn Defence Investment Plan (DIP), according to an explainer published… The post Government considering cuts to RIS3 to pay for Defence Investment Plan appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

How to Apply Silicone Sealant: 9 Rules for a Perfect Finish

The post How to Apply Silicone Sealant: 9 Rules for a Perfect Finish appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Mastering silicone application requires meticulous surface degreasing and strategic timing, especially in corners. The process involves selecting the correct modulus for the joint, maintaining steady pressure, and employing a 'vertical-first' strategy for complex junctions. Professional results depend on...

£31M safety improvements completed at Lambeth Bridge – ‘one of London’s most dangerous junctions’

Transport for London (TfL) and Tarmac Kier Joint Venture (TKJV) have finished work to improve the northern and southern roundabouts at Lambeth Bridge. The post £31M safety improvements completed at Lambeth Bridge – ‘one of London’s most dangerous junctions’ appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

M80 to close during night works as thousands of drivers ignore temporary speed restrictions

Overnight northbound carriageway closures will be in place on the M80 between Junctions 7 and 9 every Monday to Friday night and most Sunday nights until 6 July, to protect crews carrying out gantry replacement works from speeding traffic. The post M80 to close during night works as thousands of drivers ignore temporary speed restrictions appeared first on New Civil Engineer.